Episodes

  • #22 The Red Sea Sharks
    Apr 27 2026

    In this episode, we dive into The Red Sea Sharks - one of Hergé’s most expansive and politically charged adventures. From a seemingly simple aircraft mystery to a sprawling conspiracy stretching across the Middle East, we unpack how Hergé blends high-seas adventure and human drama into a globe-trotting thriller.

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    35 mins
  • #21 The Underrated Characters of Tintin (Special Episode)
    Apr 4 2026

    In this special episode, we spotlight the underrated characters of Tintin’s world - those who may not take centre stage but leave a lasting impression. From quiet contributors to scene-stealing side figures, we explore how Hergé gave depth, humour, and impact to characters beyond the headline names.

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    32 mins
  • #20 The Calculus Affair
    Mar 1 2026

    In this episode, we dive into The Calculus Affair - one of Hergé’s sharpest and most tightly constructed thrillers. From mysterious break-ins at Marlinspike to high-stakes chases across Europe, we’ll explore how Hergé swapped moon dust for espionage, blending Cold War paranoia, razor-edged pacing, and classic Tintin humour into a gripping, single-album adventure.

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    31 mins
  • #19 Explorers on the Moon
    Feb 1 2026

    In this episode, we dive into Explorers on the Moon - the thrilling payoff to Hergé’s most ambitious two-part adventure. From zero-gravity mishaps to mounting tension inside the rocket itself, we’ll explore how Hergé blended scientific realism and human drama to deliver one of Tintin’s most unforgettable journeys.

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    31 mins
  • #18 Destination Moon
    Jan 15 2026

    In this episode, we dive into Destination Moon - Hergé’s bold leap into science fiction and one of the most ambitious chapters in the Tintin series. From cutting-edge rocketry to Cold War tensions, we’ll explore how Hergé blended meticulous research with suspense, humour, and wonder to set the stage for Tintin’s greatest adventure yet.

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    39 mins
  • #17 Land of Black Gold
    Dec 10 2025

    In this episode, we dive into Land of Black Gold - Hergé’s tense, politically charged adventure set against the backdrop of rising unrest in the Middle East. We’ll explore how Hergé blended intrigue with real-world geopolitics, revived long-standing plotlines from earlier drafts, and crafted one of Tintin’s most complex and fascinating mid-series adventures.

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    46 mins
  • #16 The Women in Tintin (Special Episode)
    Nov 19 2025

    In this episode, we shine a spotlight on The Women in Tintin — a part of the series that’s often overlooked but endlessly revealing. From the iconic to the underwritten, the comic relief to the quietly influential, we’ll explore how Hergé approached female characters, what their presence (and absence) tells us about his storytelling, and why these women deserve a closer look in the Tintin universe.

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    35 mins
  • #15 Prisoners of the Sun
    Oct 21 2025

    In this episode, we dive into Prisoners of the Sun - Hergé’s sweeping continuation of The Seven Crystal Balls. As Tintin and Haddock chase Calculus across continents, through mountains, and into the heart of an ancient Incan civilization, we’ll uncover how Hergé turned mystery into myth - and crafted one of Tintin’s most unforgettable finales.

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    36 mins